About us
The team at Early Start Australia (ESA) Oakleigh have a sense of fun which infuses the workplace while we help each other and collaborate to support kids and families in our local community!
ESA is a national multidisciplinary allied health organisation committed to delivering evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children and their families.
Early Start Australia offers a highly supportive workplace, interested in your development. With access to some of the best and brightest minds across Australia, you can expect continued learning and development opportunities and career growth to match your personal and professional goals.
As part of the APM Group, Early Start Australia offer you a small practice feel with plenty of corporate support services and job security, allowing you to focus on delivering quality care and support.
Working either full time or part time as Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with Early Start Australia you will be a part of a knowledgeable and dedicated transdisciplinary clinical team that provides evidence-based assessment and therapy to a mixed paediatric caseload.
Bring your expertise as a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to our modern clinic.
The opportunity includes (but not limited to):
- Evidence-based treatment and intervention of mental health disorders affecting children and young people
- Develop and implement a tailored therapy program
- Review and prepare for new client assessments based on referral information and client questionnaires
- Provide early intervention and therapy services to support children and families, maximising independence and participation
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate Positive Behaviour interventions based on an individual’s sensory, cognitive and physical needs in collaboration with the individuals, families and relevant others
What we offer you:
The clinicians at Oakleigh experience a real sense of team, strong professional support, and the appreciation of the community. They also enjoy team lunches, regular social events and celebrating our team milestones.
You will have access to:
- Dedicated and paid time for professional development and a generous professional development allowance
- Generous paid parental leave
- Peer recognition program and annual ESA awards events to celebrate our achievements
- Discounts on every day and extra-special purchases– from groceries to movie tickets
- Wellbeing benefits including discounted health insurance and access to Sonder, a personal safety app community
What you will bring:
- Have a tertiary degree that is OT, SP, SW, Psychologist, BCBA Registered or eligible for registration with AHPRA or other relevant body
- Proficient or Advanced PBS Practitioner
- Experience in working with children and/or disability and confidence in your role with children and their parents
- Exceptional communication and inter-personal skills, to support for a culturally diverse environment
- Passion for making a difference with a focus on making therapy fun, engaging and meaningful for families!
- Compliance – Working with Children Check, National Police Check, NDIS workers screening check,, First Aid Training, Driver’s License & Vehicle.
Ready to make a big difference at ESA?
Apply Now or get in touch with Ayesha on 0461 101 104 for a confidential conversation.
Early Start Australia places a high priority on the principles of respect, equity and diversity. As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.